Book Box Subscriptions (December)

Hello!!

The final boxes of 2018, we've ended on a high note. Two wonderful boxes from my usual amazing companies Book Box Club and Book Spot Box! Both subscriptions have been amazing this year, and I am so excited to see what they have installed for us in 2019.  They've really outdone themselves this time! I'll start with Book Box Club.

The theme of the December box is Rule the Stars, this is as cool as it sounds. I was surprised that it was not a Christmas themed box giving the month, but this box was cool. I wasn't too put out because BSB box was Christmas theme. 

There was a range of things in this box, from bookmark to Calendar to an amazing hardback book.

The card revealing the theme is stunning, I just had to snap a picture of it.

I will reveal favourite items at the end! But below is an overall look of the box, and what was is inside. If you are interested in subscribing to Book Box Club, it is £28.99 a month and as you can see, this being my third unboxing, it is worth every penny!

The book and description: 

The Splintered Silence by Kayla Olson

Lusca Space Station is doomed. All first-generation astronauts have been wiped out by a deadly virus, food supplies are running low and now a series of mysterious deaths is threatening the future of the ship's young crew. Cast into the role of the leader way before her time. Captain Lindley has some heavy responsibilities upon her shoulders. Can she navigate her way through the chaos, solve the ship's deadly secrets and survive the dramas of deepest space?

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This doesn't sound like my usual kind of book, I didn't really find the description all that exciting. I will give it a go and maybe review it later! 

As always, I am obsessed with candles. I was very pleased to see this little gem in my box 'Cinder' candle by Elvenwick Candles. I love the description of this one: Light up the night sky with the bright flame of the true Lunar Queen! Scented with juniper, elderberries, orange and cranberries, this exclusive super-sparkly candle is inspired by the strong-willed cyborg heroine of the Lunar Chronicles. If you want your own here is the link: www.etsy.com/uk/shop/ElvenWickCandles.

This was a cute little item, the design is very pretty. This is the 'Kady Purse' illustrated by Rowatree. The description: No one rules the stars quite like kick-ass Kady from the Illuminae Files. Save your pennies in this exclusive Kady coin purse and get ready to embark upon your own space adventure. The website to buy this item is: www.sylviabi.carbonmade.com

This pencil is cute, it is the 'Red Rising Pencil'. This is from the company Book Box Club themselves. The description is: Take inspiration from Darrow & Co and plot your path out of cosmic chaos with our Red Rising themed rainbow pencil.

In every box or so I also receive a little book or a snippet of a book. I love receiving these because I am forever looking to add books to my shelves. The cover of this one is quite a pretty one. I think that it is a good idea to share these little books, the company really help out writers- I think that this is wonderful.

I also received a little bath bomb, a little Astronaut. He's quite cute but a little broken. Nonetheless, I look forward to using this little fella when I go home.

Now onto the second box of the month, a Christmas box by Book Spot Box. This is the last monthly box of BSB, they will be moving to produce boxes that are released every second month. This may mean I might pick up another box sub or just keep to my usual two. This box was a festive joy to open. It really helped me get in the Christmas spirit. A lot of effort and thought was put into this box. If you wish to subscribe to this book box company it is £20 a month with £3.99 delivery.

This box was a pretty one, a few items were quite close to becoming my favourite, but I managed to narrow it down to one. The items varied from pins to snowflakes, and to tape and cute postcards.

I got another amazing candle, which I am very excited to light. The snowflake too was quite cute, both together really give you that cold Christmassy feeling.

 Winter warmed up!!

The candle is called ' Bibbidi Bobbidi Boo' I am living for the name! The scent is made of Sugar cookies, Vanilla cream and candy cane! A truly Christmassy concoction. 

The snowflake makes a cute decoration, I haven't found a place for it just yet. I'd better hurry!

The book that came with this box looks very festive with its cover.

Book description:

Snowflakes and Cinnamon Swirls at The Winter Wonderland by Heidi Swain.

After calling off her engagement, Hayley moves to Wynthorpe Hall to escape the town's gossip, but there will be no cowering beneath the covers this winter, as she finds herself immersed in the eccentric Connelly family's festive activities.

As preparations commence for the biggest event of the season, Hayley finds herself drawn to the newcomer Gabe, but unbeknownst to Hayley, he too has a reason for turning his back on love, one that seems intent on keeping them apart.

Under the starry winter skies, will Gabe convince Hayley to open her heart once more? And in doing so, will he convince himself?

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Truth be told? I already like the cover more than the storyline. The description doesn't really sound very Christmassy. I don't usually read these type of novels, but it seems to have good praises and that it is more Christmassy than it leads you to believe. I hope so, I plan on reading this on my trip back home for Christmas.

 If you've seen my Instagram, you will know I have become... quite reliant on caffeine. You can imagine how happy this item made me, a cup cosy. Perfect for winter cuppas when I am out and about. I haven't used it yet, but I am excited to. 

I found this candy cane Santa pen quite the novelty item!

 Now, this!! This lovely bookmark quoting a Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens 'I will honour Christmas in my heart and try to keep it all year'. I have quite a soft spot for Dickens, his books are just works of magic. A Christmas Carol is definitely one of my favourites, alongside Great Expectations and Oliver Twist!

The colours are just bright and really well designed, this was pretty close to being my favourite item.

The postcard  is also a stunning piece. I won't be sending this out, just because I love it too much to share.

It is time to show you my favourite item from each box. From Book Box Club it is their 'Unashamedly Bookish Calendar' and from Book Spot Box is their Polar Express Pin. I haven't used a calendar in years, but this one is so perfectly bookish! My birth month picture is so cute too, a girl in a room filled with books!! The illustrations are just incredible and I cannot wait to post about them on my Instagram at the start of every month! The pin!! I absolutely adore The Polar Express, it is, in fact, my all-time favourite Christmas film, and the detail put into the pin is amazing. Blue and sparkly. This is attached to my jacket, spreading the cheer!!

Thank you reading this months unboxing, I hope you enjoyed it as much as I have! I'll look forward to January and seeing what the new year brings us! 

Book Box Subscriptions (December)

Thursday, 20 December 2018

Book Box Subscriptions (November)

Hello! Another month, another book box!

This months' goodies are just wonderful! My subscription boxes are from Blog Spot Box and Book Box Club. November's boxes have been delightful, and I am so excited to share everything with you. Such a wide range of things, everything is so carefully put together. This will be the second month of my subscriptions, and it seems each month just gets better and better. My favourite times of the month is when the boxes are delivered. 

I will start with Book Spot Box, their November theme is Wizard and Witches. You can imagine how hyped I was for this one. The box included items from/relating to Harry Potter, Wizard of Oz, Hocus Pocus and other goodies. The book in this box is The Witch of Salt&Storm by Kendall Kulper. 

Below is a collective picture of the items from the box. I will go into items in more detail and then at the end share my favourite item from each box.

This was a well thought out box, and I can't wait to see what Kate has planned for us in the future.

If you did not see the last blog post about my subscriptions then I'll give you details on how much the box is and the price of delivery.

This box is £20.00 and delivery is under £4.

This is one of the lowest priced Book Box I have come across, but it is worth much more than we pay. Stunning items and well worth the money. Kate really puts in thought to the boxes, and I love her ideas and creativity. 

I have an obsession with candles lately, and to see a Harry Potter themed one in my box I was ecstatic. The candle is called Grainger and smells of Peach Strawberry Vanilla Nutmeg- quite the sweet combination. It smells lovely, but I have not used it yet. I feel like I'll use it when I am having a particular bookish night. 

You also get a tub of whipped cream wash, it is called Love Spell and the description of this item is A magical, fluffy whipped soap. I haven't used this yet, either. I feel like this is an item I would use when I have a bit of a girlie pamper night. 

I feel like these two items together would create a night of relaxation. A night I'll definitely have to plan once I've got past my deadlines. 

I love this little Tolkein bookmark, a bookworm can never have too many bookmarks. I love the design used as well as the quote "All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is give us"  - J.RR Tolkien.

Behind this picture you will notice the pencil, it's a cute wandlike pencil. It is currently sat in my pen pot. 

The next item is cute as well as handy. It's a Wizard of Oz mirror, with a cute design on the back. It is a useful item to carry in your bag but also a small way of showing off your love for WOZ. 

I loved this box so much, I am eager for the next one already! December's box is a Christmas box called Christmas Sparkle. I love Christmas, I feel like this box is going to be epic. Kate has also mentioned on her Instagram, that she will not be doing a box every month once the new year hits. I think she mentioned doing one every other month, so if you're wanting to get a box the next one is in February, which isn't out for sale yet. 

My last, but not least, subscription box is Book Box Club! November's theme is Smugglers & Thieves! Fandoms of Pirates and the Carribean, Peter Pan, Keeper of the Suns, Book Thief and Only The Ocean. The book that came with this months box is Only The Ocean by Natasha Carthew. I loved this box, one of my childhood dreams was to be a pirate. This box brought my inner child to life.
 The cover is so pretty, I like that a few of the items are linked directly with the book. It's cute and create promo for the book.
This box was fun and filled with small cute things. I will start with the two bigger items. I haven't found a place for them yet, but I shall soon!

 A Kaz and Inef tea towel, the print is stunning! Too good to use though, I think I will use it as a decorative piece. It is so creative and made by Keeper of the Suns. I think you can get the same print in poster form over on their website.
As well as an Only The Ocean flag. I love the print of this, it is somewhat simple but I love the waves below. This piece of fan art is made by Sparrow and Wolf, it was designed exclusively for Book Box Club.

Here is the Peter Pan pin and Book Thief bracelet. These little items are just stunning, I can't wait to put the pin on my jacket. The pin is made by Book Box Club themselves. It is just a cute homage to our childhoods. The Book Thief bracelet is by Mermaid Marys.
I love a book promo bookmark! The bookmark is a promotion for the book The Haunting of Violet Gray.



The subscription for this box is £28.99 including delivery, and it is a monthly box! Decemeber's box is Rule the Stars! Expect a blog post with that box next month! Last but not least, I will be showing you my favourite item from each box.

If you know me, you will know I absolutely adore Hocus Pocus. I watched it several times during the month of October. It's a film I have adored from a young age. So, when I saw this notebook within my Book Spot Box I was overjoyed. 

I was never a huge fan of Jack Sparrow but this magnetic bookmark I cannot resist. I have never seen anything as cute!

Thank you for reading this months Subcriptions, this was a pleasure! Another sub box will be posted next month and expect a tourist post within the next week or so!

Book Box Subscriptions (November)

Thursday, 29 November 2018